The Evidence of A/r/t/ography

Over the past months I have synthesized my dissertation research into an experimental arts-based methodology utlizing
A/r/t/ography, the investigation of the identities of the artist, researcher, and teacher. Specifically, I am drawing upon the emancipatory expereinces of the art-making process to inform reflective methods for higher art education and community art programs. Through a shared inquiry - the authoethnographic dialogue between an artist/researcher/teacher, and a secondary artist participant - I have documented the existential, and physiological aspects and functions of art experience and its affects upon the quality of life. These outcomes forge transformative, pedagogical models that hope to facilitate openings of consciousness to body awareness, being, and care in the world. It speaks to the professional and personal development of the educator as critical and creative practioners who facilitate art as a healing and socially restorative process.